Financial Aid Programs Coordinator

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, TX is seeking an experienced professional to administer financial aid programs within the Office of Student Financial Services. You will manage daily functions, ensure compliance with regulations, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities include coordinating aid programs, training staff, reconciling accounts, and advising students on awards, while collaborating with federal/state agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University; substitutions allowed 2-for-1.
• Two years of work experience in a field closely related to financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates assigned student financial aid program.
• May coordinate and implement trainings for departmental staff.
• Monitors standards of quality control for financial aid programs.
• Keeps compliance with federal/state/institutional regulations.
• Prepares and reviews reports and data for internal and external reporting.
• Communicates with students, staff and agencies regarding financial aid issues.
• Counsels financial aid students and determines awards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg, TX is seeking an experienced professional to administer financial aid programs within the Office of Student Financial Services. You will manage daily functions, ensure compliance with regulations, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities include coordinating aid programs, training staff, reconciling accounts, and advising students on awards, while collaborating with federal/state agencies as needed.